Social media use

Journalist’s enquiry:

• Does the council have a policy on the use of social media posts by elected members?
• Is the council aware whether elected members have social media pages?
• Has the council received complaints about social media pages run by elected members?
• Have any elected members been referred to the Local Government Standards Panel as a result of posts on social media?

Please attribute the following quotes to City of South Perth Mayor Sue Doherty.

Does the council have a policy on the use of social media posts by elected members?

The City does not have a policy on the use of social media for elected members. 

Is the council aware whether elected members have social media pages?

Yes, most of the elected members have social media accounts. 

Has the council received complaints about social media pages run by elected members?

No.

Have any elected members been referred to the Local Government Standards Panel as a result of posts on social media?

No.